Best Angle Grinder

Best Angle Grinder

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The person typing “best angle grinder” wants a grinder for cutting and grinding metal, and wants to know the power source, motor rating, disc size and what comes in the box before buying. The listings below do not rank the grinders for cutting speed or durability. They state the motor, speed, disc size and included items, and where a listing is silent, the table says not stated. Eight of the nine are electric grinders, and one is a cordless tool-only model taken from a stored record.

Quick answer

  • Highest stated amp ratings: 11 amps on the DEWALT DWE402W, which includes a 4-1/2 inch abrasive wheel, and on the Metabo HPT WP 1100-125.
  • Lightest stated weight: 2 pounds, on the 10-amp listing whose page title names Avhrit. The Metabo HPT G12SR4 states 4.0 pounds and includes five grinding wheels and a case.
  • Cordless: the DEWALT FLEXVOLT DCG418B is the only battery model in this set, and its title says tool only.
  • Check the wheel before you buy. Only some listings name a wheel in the box; the DWE4011 and the Bosch listing do not.

The listings side by side

The table uses only the figures each listing states in the text we read. “Not stated” means the text we read is silent on that item. The DCG418B row comes from a stored record checked on 2026-10-14.

Grinder Power, as stated Motor and speed Disc size Weight Included
DEWALT DWE4011 120 volt product rating 7 amp, 12,000 rpm 4-1/2 inch Not stated Hex wrench; side handle
DEWALT DWE402W Electric, 120 volt 11 amp, 11,000 RPM 4-1/2 inch Not stated 4-1/2 inch abrasive wheel
Bosch GWS8-45 120 volt product rating 7.5 amp, 11,000 no-load rpm 4-1/2 inch Not stated Not stated
Metabo HPT G12SR4 120 volt product rating 6.2 amp, 980W max output 4-1/2 inch 4.0 lbs Five grinding wheels and a case
Metabo HPT WP 1100-125 Corded (title) 11 amp, 1100W, 12,000 RPM Given in title; not restated here Not stated Not stated
AOBEN 1200W Corded electric (title) 10 amp, 1200W, 11,000 RPM 4-1/2 inch Not stated Not stated
AVID POWER 7.5-Amp Electric (title) 7.5 amp, 900W, up to 12,000 RPM 4-1/2 inch Not stated Grinding wheels, cutting wheels, auxiliary handle (title)
Avhrit 10-Amp (per page title) Corded (page title) 10 amp, up to 1200W, up to 13,000 RPM 4-1/2 inch 2 pounds Not stated
DEWALT DCG418B (stored, 2026-10-14) Cordless, 60 volt FLEXVOLT 13 amp equivalent; 9000 rpm no-load 4-1/2 to 6 inch 16 ounces Tool only; wrench, flanges, side handle, two guards

The grinders, one by one

Each section gives the figures from that listing, then one skip rule tied to a figure or inclusion the listing states. The DCG418B section rests on a stored record and says so.

DEWALT DWE4011 4-1/2 Inch Angle Grinder With One-Touch Guard

The DWE4011 is a 120-volt grinder with a 7-amp AC/DC motor that the listing describes as running at 12,000 rpm. The listing says the One-Touch guard adjusts without a tool, that the wheel release is tool-free, and that a hex wrench replaces the spanner wrench. It also gives a two-position removable side handle and a 5/8-inch 11 spindle thread that takes a wide range of 4-1/2 inch accessories. The text we read does not say whether a wheel is included.

  • Power: product voltage 120 (listing)
  • Motor: 7 amp AC/DC, 12,000 rpm (listing)
  • Disc size: 4-1/2 inch (title)
  • Spindle: 5/8-inch 11 thread (listing)
  • Guard and wheel release: One-Touch guard; tool-free wheel removal (listing)
  • Weight, wheel and warranty: not stated in the text read

Skip if you need the 11-amp rating; this listing states 7 amps.

DEWALT DWE402W 11 Amp Angle Grinder With Dust Ejection

The DWE402W is an 11-amp electric grinder with an 11,000 RPM motor. The listing describes a Dust Ejection System that pushes dust and debris out through the air intake vents, a One-Touch Guard that rotates 360 degrees without tools, and a paddle switch with a lock-off. The listing says it includes a 4-1/2 inch abrasive wheel and wheel flanges that fit common cut-off and grinding accessories. It is the grinder in this set that states both an 11-amp rating and a wheel in the box.

  • Power: electric, product voltage 120 (listing)
  • Motor: 11 amp AC/DC, 11,000 RPM (title and listing)
  • Disc size: 4-1/2 inch (title)
  • Dust: Dust Ejection System (listing)
  • Guard: One-Touch Guard, 360-degree tool-free rotation (listing)
  • Included: 4-1/2 inch abrasive wheel; wheel flanges (listing)
  • Weight and warranty: not stated in the text read

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Skip if you need a cordless grinder, because this listing is for a corded electric tool.

Bosch GWS8-45 4-1/2 Inch Angle Grinder

The Bosch GWS8-45 is a 120-volt grinder with a 7.5-amp motor that the listing says delivers 11,000 no-load rpm. The listing describes a slim-grip body, a two-position side handle, carbon brushes with extended life, and a directed air flow that the listing says diverts dust from vital components. It also names a service minder brush feature that stops the grinder when preventive maintenance is due, and a large spindle lock for disc changes.

  • Power: product voltage 120 (listing)
  • Motor: 7.5 amp, 11,000 no-load rpm (listing)
  • Disc size: 4-1/2 inch (title)
  • Side handle: two-position (listing)
  • Brushes: carbon, with a service minder feature (listing)
  • Spindle: large spindle lock (listing)
  • Weight, included items and warranty: not stated in the text read

Skip if you need a stated weight or a wheel in the box, since the text we read gives neither.

Metabo HPT G12SR4 4-1/2 Inch Angle Grinder With Five Wheels

The Metabo HPT G12SR4 is a 120-volt grinder with a 6.2-amp motor and 980W of maximum output. The listing says it weighs only 4.0 pounds and comes with five grinding wheels and a carrying case, and its title adds a hard case. The listing describes a left-mounted slide switch with a quick-off feature, a removable forward-canted side handle for right- and left-handed users, and a labyrinth design for dust and debris durability.

  • Power: product voltage 120 (listing)
  • Motor: 6.2 amp, 980W max output (listing)
  • Disc size: 4-1/2 inch (title)
  • Weight: 4.0 lbs (listing)
  • Switch and handle: left-mounted slide switch; removable side handle (listing)
  • Included: five grinding wheels and a carrying case (listing)
  • Warranty: not stated in the text read

Skip if you need more than 6.2 amps, since the listing states that rating.

Metabo HPT WP 1100-125 Corded Grinder, 11 Amp

The Metabo HPT WP 1100-125 is a corded grinder rated at 11 amps and 1100W. The listing says it runs at 12,000 RPM with an unobstructed rear air inlet and optimized airflow for high overload capacity. It describes a tool-free guard that adjusts without tools and a lock-on slide switch for longer sessions. The listing says it is made in Germany. The text we read stops partway through the feature list, so the included items and weight are not stated here.

  • Power: corded (title)
  • Motor: 11 AMP, 1100W (title and listing)
  • Speed: 12,000 RPM (listing)
  • Disc size: given in the title; not restated here
  • Guard: tool-free guard (listing)
  • Switch: lock-on slide switch (listing)
  • Included, weight and warranty: not stated in the text read

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Skip if you need a weight figure, since the text we read does not give one.

AOBEN 1200W 4-1/2 Inch Corded Angle Grinder

The AOBEN grinder is a corded electric model with a 10-amp, 1200W motor and 11,000 RPM. The title says six speed settings and a switch lock. The listing describes the six settings as offering precise control for cutting, grinding and polishing, and it gives 7/8-inch arbors and a 5/8-11 spindle. The text we read does not state a weight, an included wheel or a warranty.

  • Power: corded electric (title)
  • Motor: 10 amp, 1200W (title and listing)
  • Speed: 11,000 RPM; six speed settings (listing)
  • Disc size: 4-1/2 inch (title)
  • Arbor and spindle: 7/8-inch arbors; 5/8-11 spindle (listing)
  • Switch: switch lock (title)
  • Weight, included items and warranty: not stated in the text read

Skip if you need a cordless option; this listing describes a corded tool.

AVID POWER 7.5-Amp 4-1/2 Inch Angle Grinder

The AVID POWER grinder is an electric model with a 900W, 7.5-amp motor that the listing says delivers up to 12,000 RPM. The title lists grinding wheels, cutting wheels and an auxiliary handle. The listing says extra carbon brushes are available and names uses such as cutting rebar and metal pipe, and grinding masonry with diamond discs, which it says are not included. The text we read is cut off in the middle of its use list.

  • Power: electric (title)
  • Motor: 900W, 7.5 amp (listing)
  • Speed: up to 12,000 RPM (listing)
  • Disc size: 4-1/2 inch (title)
  • Included: grinding wheels, cutting wheels, auxiliary handle (title)
  • Diamond discs: not included (listing)
  • Weight and warranty: not stated in the text read

Skip if you need masonry discs in the box; the listing says diamond discs are not included.

Avhrit 10-Amp 4-1/2 Inch Corded Grinder

This grinder is corded, with a 10-amp motor that the listing rates at up to 1200W and up to 13,000 RPM. The listing states a weight of 2 pounds and describes an ergonomic design with a side handle and a slide switch with a lock-on function. The brand appears on the page title as Avhrit; the listing text we read does not state a warranty or the list of included attachments.

  • Power: corded (listing)
  • Motor: 10 amp, up to 1200W (listing)
  • Speed: up to 13,000 RPM (listing)
  • Disc size: 4-1/2 inch (title)
  • Weight: 2 pounds (listing)
  • Switch and handle: slide switch with lock-on; side handle (listing)
  • Included and warranty: not stated in the text read

Skip if you need a stated warranty or a list of attachments, since the text we read gives neither.

DEWALT FLEXVOLT 60V MAX Angle Grinder, Tool Only (Stored Record)

This is the only cordless model in the set. It comes from a stored record checked on 2026-10-14, which we reuse without re-reading the listing. The title says tool only, with a kickback brake. The stored record gives a 13-amp equivalent motor, a 9000 rpm no-load speed for 6 inch wheels, an electronic clutch that shuts the motor off when a pinch or stall is detected, and a weight of 16 ounces. The battery is not included.

  • Power: cordless, 60 volt FLEXVOLT (title and stored record)
  • Motor: 13 amp equivalent (stored)
  • Speed: 9000 rpm no-load for 6 inch wheels (stored)
  • Disc size: 4-1/2 to 6 inch (title)
  • Brake: kickback brake; E-CLUTCH (stored)
  • Weight: 16 ounces (stored)
  • Included: tool only; wrench, two flanges, side handle, two guards (stored)

Skip if you do not already own a FLEXVOLT battery, since the tool is sold without one.

How we chose

We searched Amazon for “best angle grinder” on 2026-10-22 and read eight listings from the results. We added one stored record from 2026-10-14 for the only cordless model, and we state that date in its section. We left out pneumatic grinders, grinding wheels and discs sold alone, and parts, because those are different products from the grinder this keyword describes. We chose from the listing text alone, not from price, popularity or sales labels.

For the AVID POWER, AOBEN and Avhrit listings, we did not open any other site. Their specs come from the Amazon listing text only, and the post says so wherever a figure rests on one listing.

Buying checklist

  • Power source: most listings here are corded. The DCG418B is cordless and tool only, so check for a battery separately.
  • Motor: compare amps with amps and watts with watts. The DCG418B lists a 13-amp equivalent, which is not the same figure as the corded 11-amp ratings.
  • Disc size: most listings state 4-1/2 inch, and the DCG418B adds 6 inch wheels.
  • Included: a wheel, flanges, a case and a side handle vary by listing. Four listings name wheels or kit contents (DWE402W, G12SR4, AVID POWER and DCG418B), and the others do not state them.
  • Weight: three of the nine listings state a weight, so compare only those figures.

Mistakes to avoid

  • Assuming the DCG418B includes a battery. Its title says tool only.
  • Assuming every grinder includes a wheel. The DWE402W and the Metabo G12SR4 name one; the DWE4011 and Bosch listings do not state one.
  • Assuming the AVID POWER includes diamond discs. Its listing says they are not included.
  • Comparing the 13-amp equivalent on the cordless DCG418B with the 11-amp corded ratings as if they were the same measure.

What we could not verify

  • Weight. Only three of the nine texts state one: the Metabo G12SR4 at 4.0 pounds, the Avhrit at 2 pounds and the stored DCG418B at 16 ounces.
  • Included wheels and cases for the DWE4011, the Bosch, the Metabo WP 1100-125, the AOBEN and the Avhrit. The text we read does not list them.
  • Warranty. None of the nine texts we read states a warranty term.
  • Cord length. No corded listing in the text we read gives a cord length.
  • Full feature lists for the Metabo WP 1100-125 and the AOBEN. Both saved texts stop partway through, and a detail we did not record may be on the live page.

What the sources do not say

  • Which grinder removes metal fastest. The listings state motor ratings and speeds and do not compare results.
  • How much cutting or grinding a single wheel covers before it needs replacing. None of the texts we read gives a wheel life.
  • How the 13-amp equivalent on the cordless DCG418B compares with the 11-amp corded ratings. The listings use different measures.
  • Whether the Bosch service minder brushes last longer than the brushes in the other listings. The listing names the feature and does not give a life figure.
  • Which masonry or concrete discs fit each model. The AVID POWER listing says diamond discs are not included and does not name a size.

FAQ

Which angle grinder comes with a wheel in the box?

The DEWALT DWE402W includes a 4-1/2 inch abrasive wheel, according to its listing. The Metabo HPT G12SR4 includes five grinding wheels and a carrying case. The AVID POWER title lists grinding wheels and cutting wheels. The DWE4011 and the Bosch listing do not state a wheel in the text we read.

Is a battery included with the DEWALT FLEXVOLT grinder?

No. The title says Tool Only, and the stored record lists a wrench, two flanges, a side handle and two guards, with no battery. The text we read does not name a battery or charger for it. For a DeWalt 20V MAX tool comparison in another yard-tool class, see our roundup of DeWalt 20V MAX brushless handheld blowers.

What disc size should I buy?

Most listings here state a 4-1/2 inch disc, and the Metabo WP 1100-125 title also gives a disc size, which this post does not restate. The DCG418B stored record accepts 4-1/2 to 6 inch wheels, which is the only range that reaches 6 inch in this set. Choose the disc size that the job needs, and check that the listing you buy takes it.

Should I buy a corded or a cordless grinder?

The listings do not say which is better. Eight of the nine are electric, and each states an amp or watt rating with no battery to manage. The one cordless model is tool only and needs its own battery. For a corded 15-amp comparison in a different tool class, see our Snow Joe 22-inch 15-amp roundup.

Are the amp ratings comparable across these grinders?

Not directly. The corded listings state amps, the Avhrit and the Metabo G12SR4 also state watts, and the stored DCG418B gives a 13-amp equivalent. Compare figures that the same listing states in the same unit, and do not convert one listing’s watts into another listing’s amps.

Does the AOBEN grinder have a lock?

Its title says it has a switch lock, and the listing describes the grip with the switch lock as easy to control with both hands. The listing also mentions a spindle lock for changing discs.

Bottom line

Start with the power source you can plug in or charge, then compare the disc size and the included wheel on the listing; if the listing states neither, do not assume either.

Sources

  • DEWALT Angle Grinder, One-Touch Guard, 4-1/2 -Inch (DWE4011) (opened 2026-10-22) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B009ELXH1K
  • DEWALT Angle Grinder, 4-1/2 in., 11 Amp, 11,000 RPM, Dust Ejection System, Electric Grinder Tool with Abrasive Wheel Included (DWE402W) (opened 2026-10-22) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01BL5LT66
  • Bosch GWS8-45 4-1/2 In. Angle Grinder (opened 2026-10-22) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01HD4EH4A
  • Metabo HPT 4-1/2-Inch Angle Grinder, Includes 5 Grinding Wheels & Hard Case, 6.2-Amp Motor, Compact & Lightweight, G12SR4 (opened 2026-10-22) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07L21GNHL
  • Metabo HPT Corded Angle Grinder, 11 AMP, WP 1100-125 (opened 2026-10-22) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0GSH2BYKH
  • AOBEN 1200W Angle Grinder 4-1/2 inch | 10Amp, 11000 RPM, 6-Speed Corded Power Electric Cut off Tool with Switch Lock (opened 2026-10-22) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0GK7LQ1FP
  • AVID POWER Angle Grinder, 7.5-Amp 4-1/2 inch Electric Grinder Power Tools with Grinding Wheels, Cutting Wheels and Auxiliary Handle (opened 2026-10-22) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07P5D6M4V
  • 10 Amp Angle Grinder 4-1/2 inch, 1200W Power Grinder Tools (opened 2026-10-22) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DKSM3YYQ
  • DEWALT FLEXVOLT 60V MAX Angle Grinder with Kickback Brake, 4-1/2-Inch to 6-Inch, Tool Only (DCG418B) (stored record, opened 2026-10-14) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B086MN8MZW

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